An innocent and funny story of friendship and learning to have thoughtfulness for others. Reminds me of the original Winnie The Pooh by A. A. Milne. ( )

Gr 2–5—An odd-couple redux featuring introverted rock collector Badger and extroverted gourmand Skunk. Ideal for
read-alouds and discussion, this title subtly covers myriad topics including homelessness, racism, prejudice,
friendships, and communication. With well-developed, relatable characters and superb illustrations, this deceptively
simple entry is a most welcome series opener.

Nadie quiere una mofeta. No se abre la puerta a una mofeta. No se la invita a pasar. Especialmente, si en la casa se desarrolla una «importante labor petrológica». Y, por supuesto, jamás se debería permitir que se mudara allí. Pero Mofeto ha llegado a casa de Tejón para quedarse, y no hay nada que él pueda hacer al respecto. Aunque su mundo se ponga patas arriba.

El primer título de la serie donde conoceremos a Mofeto y a Tejón, dos opuestos destinados a ser compañeros y a compartir el mismo techo. A lo largo de la historia, descubriremos lo que realmente significa la amistad, la convivencia y la empatía. Un relato lleno de humor y ternura, una joya literaria que se presta a ser leída en voz alta.

An illustrated children's chapter book about a Badger, who lives in his aunt's brownstone and does Important Rock Work. One day Skunk shows up saying Aunt Lula said he could stay there too. Oh no, people! And then there's chickens. It's silly and also often adorable and sweet and is about changes and how those aren't always bad and about making friends. I was just a liiiittle done with it before it was over, but I am also not the target audience. The illustrations are perfection. ( )